Our client is a biotechnology company focused on cardiovascular disease. They have asked us to assist them in their search for a Vice President Clinical Development.

Major tasks and responsibilities include:

• Spearhead the development of clinical-stage programs.
• Develop and manage comprehensive project plans to drive day-to-day clinical development activities and ensure timely achievement of key milestones.
• Serve as the medical lead for assigned assets, providing strategic guidance across all phases of clinical development with a strong enterprise mindset.
• Lead cross-functional study teams and coordinate across key functions to ensure alignment and integration of product development and lifecycle management strategies.
• Provide medical and scientific oversight of clinical trials, ensuring the highest standards of safety, compliance, and scientific rigor.
• Design robust clinical trials that align with regulatory pathways and commercial strategy, optimizing resources and timelines.
• Drive scenario planning and risk-benefit assessments to support clinical decision-making and strategic resource allocation.
• Collaborate with internal teams, external consultants, investigators, and key opinion leaders to inform clinical strategy and ensure alignment with evolving scientific and regulatory standards.
• Support the development of publications, presentations, and scientific communications, contributing to the company’s thought leadership and external visibility.
• Ensure adherence to FDA, ICH/GCP, and global regulatory standards across all clinical activities.
• Act as a key culture carrier, fostering a collaborative, innovative, patient-centered organizational culture in partnership with the Chief Medical Officer.

We seek candidates with the following qualifications:

• Medical degree or equivalent is required with board certification in cardiology strongly preferred.
• Extensive experience in biotech or pharmaceutical drug development, with a strong record of leadership in early-stage clinical programs.
• Proven expertise in the design, execution, and interpretation of clinical trials.
• Demonstrated experience contributing to INDs, NDAs, and other regulatory submissions.
• Prior success managing complex, multicenter clinical studies from initiation through completion.
• Strong track record in setting and executing R&D strategy across a portfolio of assets.
• Ability to prioritize programs and resources effectively in a lean, entrepreneurial environment.
• Strong leadership presence with the ability to inspire cross-functional teams and influence stakeholders.
• Exceptional communication skills, capable of tailoring messaging to diverse audiences.
• Highly collaborative, adaptable, and comfortable in a hands-on role within a fast-growing, mission-driven organization.
• Committed to maintaining a culture of excellence, innovation, and inclusion.
• Deeply patient-focused with a passion for advancing transformational therapies.
• Deep expertise in clinical medicine and drug development, with the ability to lead high-functioning, cross-disciplinary teams in a fast-paced biotech environment.

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